Summary & Central Idea Review

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What is the MAIN IDEA of a passage?

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The MAIN IDEA is the most important point the writer is trying to make.

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What is a SUPPORTING DETAIL?

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Supporting details are facts, examples, reasons, or descriptions that help explain or support the main idea.

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What does it mean if a supporting detail is OBJECTIVE?

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It means the detail does not include an opinion.

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What is an INFERENCE?

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An inference is a reasonable conclusion based on both evidence and prior knowledge of a topic.

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What is a SUMMARY?

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A summary is briefly restating the text in your own words.

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What are some examples of short-haired dogs suitable for city living?

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Beagles, Boston Terriers, and Dachshunds are examples of short-haired dogs that make good city pets.

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Why are Great Danes not suitable for city living?

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Great Danes are too big for city living and require more exercise than can be provided in a city.

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What types of dogs are especially good as country dogs?

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Setters, Springer Spaniels, and Collies are especially good as country dogs.

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What is the difference between a fact and an opinion?

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A fact is a statement that can be proven true or false, while an opinion is a personal belief or judgment.

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How can you identify the main idea of a passage?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the overall message or point of the passage.